Question

which expression is equivalent to ((x^{9})(x^{5})^{2})?
(x^{19})
(x^{16})
(x^{34})
(x^{28})

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the exponent term

$(x^5)^2 = x^{5 \times 2} = x^{10}$

Step2: Multiply the two terms

$(x^9)(x^{10}) = x^{9+10} = x^{19}$

Answer:

A. $x^{19}$